QS World University Rankings 2026

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IIT Delhi topped the QS World University Rankings 2026 among Indian institutes for the first time in eight years, rising 27 spots to rank 123 globally, surpassing IIT Bombay.

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The QS World University Rankings 2026, released by global education consultancy Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), evaluates the world’s top universities based on parameters like academic reputation, research output, and global impact.

  1. IIT Delhi Ranks Highest in India: For the first time in 8 years, IIT Delhi topped the list among Indian institutions, ranked 123rd globally, climbing 27 places from last year.
  2. IIT Bombay Falls Behind: Previously the top Indian institute, IIT Bombay dropped 11 ranks to 129th position, overtaken by IIT Delhi in 2026 rankings.
  3. No Indian Institute in Global Top 100: Despite improvements, no Indian institution has made it into the top 100 globally in QS World Rankings so far.
  4. MIT Retains Global No. 1 Spot: The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) continues to hold the #1 global position for the 12th consecutive year.
  5. India’s Research Output Grows, But Citation Lags: India is now the 4th largest producer of academic papers globally with 1.3 million papers, but only 15% were cited in top journals between 2017–2021, reflecting a gap in global research impact.

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